Union Cabinet approves signing of MLAT in Criminal Matters between India and Maldives

Q.  Union Cabinet has accorded approval for signing the MLAT in criminal matters between India and Maldives. What does MLAT stand for?
- Published on 23 Oct 15

a. Mutual Legally Assisted Treaty
b. Major Legal Assistance Treaty
c. Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty
d. None of the above

ANSWER: Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty
 
Union Cabinet on 21st October 2015 approved the signing of MLAT in criminal matters with Maldives. Treaty is oriented towards boosting the role of both countries in prosecution and investigation of crime via mutual legal assistance and cooperation in anti- transnational crime and anti-terrorism investigations. Proposed treaty will be part of a broader framework for cooperation with Maldives.Mutual legal assistance treaty involves gathering information and data exchange. It is for the enforcement of public or anti-criminal laws.

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